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Family law can be fraught with emotion. Dealing with divorce, child-custody cases, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements, requires a thoughtful, cautious approach – and a great deal of sensitivity. Lindsey Burghardt, Katherine De Lorenzo and Kate McChrystal pride themselves on bringing that personal touch to every case they work on. The three attorneys are partners at their firm, Gagne McChrystal De Lorenzo & Burghardt.
Lindsey Burghardt was drawn to family law after experiencing her parents’ amicable divorce as a child. She understands that divorce is difficult but doesn’t have to be devastating and focuses on supporting clients through an emotional and often tumultuous time.
Katherine De Lorenzo stresses the importance of being honest with clients. “There are some attorneys who tell their clients exactly what they want to hear, and then they don’t deliver,” she says. “We give our clients truthful though sometimes difficult answers. We earn their respect and confidence through honesty.”
“We understand that we’re coming in at an emotionally intense moment in a person’s life,” says Kate McChrystal. “Our personalities are suited for this.” In addition to supporting clients, the partners also support one another. “I don’t ever dread going to work. When any one of us is down, we pick each other up,” says Burghardt.
“Be open-minded and curious. Listen without judgment.”
– Kate McChrystal
Q&A
What advice do you have for women who want to pursue a career in family law?
Lindsey Burghardt: This is not personal. Make decisions based on logic rather than what your gut would tell you.
Kate McChrystal: Be open-minded and curious. Listen without judgement.
What does a day look like in your job?
Kate De Lorenzo: I have two partners who are brilliant and wise and I have gone to both of them, many times, with thoughts and questions. I trust them implicitly. Having each other to brainstorm and bounce ideas off of is incredibly valuable.
